| www.exoticshorthaircat.net. In the 1960's, American Shorthair breeders began to breed American Shorthairs to Silver Persians in an effort to get the lovely silver coat color and green eye color. Other shorthair breeds CFA-registered could be used as a cross. Early breeders used the American Shorthair, Burmese and Russian Blue. Once the original outcross was made, the shorthair offspring were bred back to Persians. The goal was to create a Persian with short hair, so once the shorthair gene was introduced, no further outcrossing was necessary. In 1966 the breed became official. These cats were to look like Persians, but with a short, plush coat. The standard is the same as that for the Persian. All Persian colors are acceptable. Other breeds of cats may also be found on this website. Scroll down to view.
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